Karkat Basti F.V. - Sonai, Cachar
Karkat Basti F.V. is a village situated in the Sonai subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 412 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonai and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Shewrartal serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Karkat Basti F.V. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karkat Basti F.V. is 299697. The village covers a total geographical area of 240 hectares and falls under the 788120 pincode. Silcahar is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Karkat Basti F.V. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dholai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karkat Basti F.V.
According to the 2011 Census, Karkat Basti F.V. village had a total population of 1,128 people, including 567 males and 561 females, living in 196 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.17%, with male literacy at 50.70% and female literacy at 18.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,128 | 567 | 561 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 137 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 218 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 834 | 349 | 485 |
Nearby Villages of Karkat Basti F.V.
Karkat Basti F.V. is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karkat Basti F.V.
Karkat Basti F.V. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silcahar to Karkat Basti F.V. is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Karkat Basti F.V. is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karkat Basti F.V.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karkat Basti F.V. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karkat Basti F.V.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karkat Basti F.V. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karkat Basti F.V.
Where is Karkat Basti F.V. located?
Karkat Basti F.V. village is located in Sonai Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Karkat Basti F.V.?
The Gaon Panchayat of Karkat Basti F.V. is Shewrartal.
What is the pincode of Karkat Basti F.V.?
The pincode of Karkat Basti F.V. is 788120.
What is the population of Karkat Basti F.V.?
Karkat Basti F.V. had a total population of 1,128, including 567 males and 561 females.
How many households are there in Karkat Basti F.V.?
Karkat Basti F.V. had 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karkat Basti F.V.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karkat Basti F.V. was 35.17%. Male literacy was 50.70% and female literacy was 18.72%.